100 Castles Route
Historic buildings along the 100 Castles Route
It is the queen of German cycle routes!
The 100 Castles Route runs for around 960 km through the Münsterland region. It connects more than 100 moated castles, fortresses, manor houses and manor farms in the region.
Away from the busy roads, the 100 Castles Route leads through the green parkland of the Münsterland. Meadows, pastures and hedgerows dominate this rather flat landscape. The true treasures of the Münsterland lie right in the middle of it all: (moated) palaces and castles with their imposing gardens and parks bear witness to former times of high nobility.
Impressions of castles and fortresses in the region
Cycling through history
A cycle tour on the 100 Castles Route is always a journey through the history of building culture in Münsterland. Every era has left its mark here.
Start your cycle tour in Haltern am See and experience an impressive journey through time on two wheels!
The most beautiful castles along the way
The high walls and mighty moats form a charming contrast to the idyllic Lembeck castle park.
Raesfeld Castle is one of the highlights of the 100 Castles Route. The highest castle tower in Westphalia greets you from afar.
The moated castle of Anholt near Isselburg characterizes its surroundings like hardly any other historical building. A visit is always an experience.
Surrounded by the Bocholter Aa river, Gemen Castle sits enthroned on the outskirts of Borken. The castle is particularly beautiful on a tour.
In the middle of the town, Ahaus Castle and the surrounding park welcome visitors with a picturesque backdrop.
The history of Asbeck Abbey dates back to 1132. Today, a visit is always a journey into the past.
Sythen Castle is lovingly maintained and filled with new life. It's worth taking a look behind the castle walls.
The cycle tour at a glance
- Round trip
- Length: 310 km
- Difficulty: easy
- signposted
- Train station at the starting point
